Status:
valid
Authors:
Beck
Source:
gcc
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Fl. Nieder-Osterreich 2: 1243. 1892
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138085
Common Names
- Cirsium suspiciosum
- Suspicion Thistle
- Suspicious Thistle
Description
Cirsium suspiciosum (also called Suspicious thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to North America, specifically the United States and Canada. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as meadows, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cirsium suspiciosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cirsium suspiciosum is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and dark green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cirsium suspiciosum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Cirsium suspiciosum
Cirsium suspiciosum is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Cirsium suspiciosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cirsium suspiciosum?
Cirsium suspiciosum
What is the common name of Cirsium suspiciosum?
Suspiciou's Thistle
What is the habitat of Cirsium suspiciosum?
Grassy areas
Species in the Cirsium genus
Cirsium steirolepis,
Cirsium oaxacanum,
Cirsium alatum,
Cirsium scariosum,
Cirsium ganjuense,
Cirsium stojanovii,
Cirsium tymphaeum,
Cirsium maroccanum,
Cirsium decussatum,
Cirsium mairei,
Cirsium aggregatum,
Cirsium brevistylum,
Cirsium wakasugianum,
Cirsium echinatum,
Cirsium obvallatum,
Cirsium bertolonii,
Cirsium borealinipponense,
Cirsium bipontinum,
Cirsium vinaceum,
Cirsium carolinianum,
Cirsium uliginosum,
Cirsium suffultum,
Cirsium crassum,
Cirsium naikurense,
Cirsium sairamense,
Cirsium lappoides,
Cirsium komarovii,
Cirsium roseolum,
Cirsium vlassovianum,
Cirsium elbrusense,
Cirsium helenioides,
Cirsium suzukaense,
Cirsium horridulum,
Cirsium skutchii,
Cirsium jaliscoense,
Cirsium schelkownikowii,
Cirsium masami-saitoanum,
Cirsium amani,
Cirsium brevifolium,
Cirsium cymosum,
Cirsium arvense,
Cirsium muticum,
Cirsium perplexans,
Cirsium pseudosuffultum,
Cirsium canescens,
Cirsium macrobotrys,
Cirsium karduchorum,
Cirsium odontolepis,
Cirsium mcvaughii,
Cirsium lineare,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,